Superintendent I (Austin, Texas) - Austin Commercial

Austin Careers•Austin, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Commercial is seeking a Superintendent I for their Austin, Texas Division. Austin is a leading construction firm that is 100% employee-owned, committed to safety, service, and integrity. They are looking for talented construction professionals to join their team and make a difference while growing their careers.

Requirements

6+ years of commercial construction field experience, including direct supervisory experience.
Proficient with reading plans and specs.
Ability to build and manage high performing teams.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.
Successful completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training required (may obtain within first year of employment).

Nice To Haves

B.S. in construction management/science, engineering, or relevant discipline preferred, or equivalent combination of education (High School diploma) and experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee and lead day-to-day field construction activities on assigned job sites.
Ensure overall safety at a job site, including the implementation of safety plans and procedures.
Review record documents, submittals, shop drawings, and schedules to determine project scope, materials, manpower, and equipment needs.
Plan the physical layout of the job site with the project manager, initiating startup activities like site security and utility hookups.
Designate areas for cranes, hoists, material storage, and parking.
Direct field engineers in job site survey and layout, ensuring dimensional control and elevations are correct.
Plan daily and weekly activities for each craft, providing detailed technical instructions and schedule forecasts.
Establish procedures for ordering self-performed building materials, supplies, and small tools with the project manager.
Inspect all field construction work, including subcontracted work, ensuring high-quality workmanship and promptly addressing deficiencies.
Provide technical guidance and assistance in resolving construction problems, investigating alternative work methods and materials.
Assist the project manager in evaluating schedule and cost impacts.
Assist the project manager in developing manpower and equipment projection charts, monitoring labor costs and productivity.
Investigate reasons for construction schedule delays and adjust resources as necessary.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and codes, as well as company policies.
Manage scheduling of all governmental inspections necessary for obtaining a certificate of occupancy.
Assume responsibility for employee health and safety, including first aid, emergency treatment, and correcting safety hazards.
Establish and maintain good working relationships with owners, architects, consulting firms, and other parties.
Foster and promote the training and development of subordinates through on-the-job and company-sponsored programs.
Assume a leadership role in the career planning and development of project staff.
Perform tasks associated with project completion, including close-out punch lists and demobilization.
Maintain detailed and accurate daily reports of all field construction activities.
Administer the company's Safety & Health Manual.